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| − | Even mild ocular disease is associated with blepharoedema. The swelling
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| − | develops quickly due to the vascular nature of the eyelids, but resolves
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| − | ==Diagnosis==
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| − | * Examine the animal thoroughly for the possible cause
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| − | * Take a '''blood sample''' for routine haematology and biochemistry if concurrent illness is suspected
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| − | * Donkeys are more stoical than horses, but '''blunt trauma''' still occurs commonly, made more likely by an unsuitable stabling environment
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| − | * Always check for a worse case of '''orbital fracture and retinal detachment'''
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| − | * Fluorescein stain is again part of the examination; if the eyelids fail to meet during the blink, '''corneal ulceration''' will result
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| − | ==Treatment==
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| − | * '''Systemic [[NSAIDs|NSAID]]''' will produce an immediate response. Flunixin meglumine is more effective than phenylbutazone
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| − | * '''Systemic [[Antibiotics|antimicrobials]]''' are indicated in cases of systemic infection
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| − | * '''Topical ointment''' should be used to protect the cornea
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| − | ==References==
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| − | * Grove, V. (2008) Conditions of the eye In Svendsen, E.D., Duncan, J. and Hadrill, D. (2008) ''The Professional Handbook of the Donkey'', 4th edition, Whittet Books, Chapter 11
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